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            Non-assignable contracts can

              complicate or derail a sale.



                                                                   Association Shows:
             impact the sale. Review all contracts in advance
             to ensure they are assignable and include terms     PayTech Women
             that won't hinder the process.
                                                                          PayTech Women Summit
             4. Lack of legal expertise:  M&A transactions,
             particularly those involving residuals, require     Highlights: The PayTech Women (PTW) Summit is the
                                                                 premier event for women and men across the payments space
             specialized legal knowledge. Inadequate legal       who are passionate about breaking barriers and creating a more
             representation can result in unfavorable terms or   inclusive workplace. Sponsored this year by FIS, the Summit’s
             missed opportunities.                               2024 theme, “Choose To Be,”encourages the anticipated 700
                                                                 attendees to embrace the power of choice, guiding them toward
             5. Earn-out provisions: Earn-out provisions,        limitless professional possibilities.
             where part of the sale price is contingent on fu-
             ture performance, can be contentious. Ensure        The 2024 event will feature global speakers, industry thought
             these provisions are clearly defined, realistic and   leaders and corporate partners who
             aligned with both parties’ expectations.            will provide inspiring, educational programming to rising stars
                                                                 and established professionals in
        By being aware of common pitfalls and following          the financial services ecosystem. Attendees will have access to
                                                                 top-tier education, engaging experiential sessions and ample
        a structured approach, sellers can maximize the          networking opportunities.
        value of their residuals book and ensure a successful
        transaction. Always engage professionals with            When: Sept. 24 – 25, 2024
        experience in the industry to guide you through the      Where: Atlanta Marriott Airport Gateway Com-
        process and protect your interests.                      plex, Atlanta
                                                                 Registration: bit.ly/4dbdXUO
        This article is for informational purposes only and does
        not constitute legal advice. Readers are encouraged to
        seek professional legal counsel regarding their specific
        circumstances.                                           Fin+AI
                                                                                    Fin+AI 2024

        An alumnus of the University of San Diego, School of Law,   Highlights: The future of finance is being powered by two
        Arzumanyan has a proven track record of drafting, reviewing, revis-  unstoppable forces: financial technology and artificial intelli-
        ing and negotiating an extensive array of commercial contracts,   gence. Are you a pioneer, thought leader or innovator reshaping
        including vendor, nondisclosure, employment, software-as-a-ser-  the landscape of this disruptive and innovative industry? You
        vice, consulting and marketing agreements. Leveraging his prior   are invited to be a part of the conversation at the Fin+AI 2024

        in-house counsel background, Arzumanyan has also carved out a   The conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with a
        unique niche within the electronic payments industry as his transac-  niche audience of high-powered, insightful professionals who
        tional expertise now encompasses merchant processing, merchant   are focused on the convergence of fintech and AI. Fin+AI offers
        banking and sponsorship, referral, independent sales office, and   individual levels as distinct stepping stones. It’s a place where
        other related agency agreements. Contact him at  larzumanyan@  partnerships can emerge to provide prominence as well as the
        glrlegal.com.                                            opportunity to etch your brand on the future of tomorrow.
                                                                 When: Oct.  2 – 4, 2024
                                                                 Where: Le Méridien Hotel, Dania Beach, Fla.
                                                                 Registration: www.finaiconference.com/



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